by Abigail Nobel | May 28, 2026 | Uncategorized
Has Michigan healthcare abandoned DEI since losing federal funding for it early last year? Certainly, the ideological bombardment of the public square has diminished. I first researched the DEI/ ESG healthcare intersection in 2023, and began tracing its death throes...
by Abigail Nobel | May 20, 2026 | Uncategorized
Michigan citizens who survived COVID-19 under Gov. Gretchen Whitmer have good reason to understand the health policy plans of would-be successors. Sadly, many Michigan candidates for governor lack health policy substance, even though healthcare is a top issue for...
by Abigail Nobel | Apr 29, 2026 | 3 green health policy principles
So you want to be a legislator or governor in Michigan. Congratulations! You already know the reality of healthcare: it’s expensive, complicated, and bureaucratic. That makes your top three official health policy priorities very clear. 1. Don’t make it worse. Pledge...
by Abigail Nobel | Feb 19, 2026 | Uncategorized
People say, “You can bill insurance if you’re licensed!” – as though a jackpot is just waiting to be claimed. The truth is far otherwise. I hope that understanding three facts about licensing and insurance will change your perspective on coverage versus cash. New...
by Abigail Nobel | Feb 11, 2026 | Uncategorized
Zero-based licensing would restore loyalty to patients, heal patient-clinician relationships, unleash professional growth, and reduce healthcare costs. Think of it as a state licensing reset. Licensing history A majority of the members of an appointed examining or...